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IFS partners with Siemens & Boston Dynamics to power AI in industry

Mon, 17th Nov 2025
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IFS partners with Siemens and Boston Dynamics to deploy AI and robotics, enhancing efficiency and tackling labour shortages in energy, manufacturing and utilities.
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Rockwell Automation launches SecureOT to boost industrial cybersecurity

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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Rockwell Automation launches SecureOT, a cybersecurity suite enhancing industrial safety by boosting asset visibility and compliance for operational technology systems.
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QuSecure appoints Garfield Jones to drive quantum security shift

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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QuSecure appoints Garfield Jones as Senior VP to advance quantum-safe security, leveraging his US federal cybersecurity and post-quantum cryptography expertise.
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Explainer: AI data boom sparks nuclear revival

Wed, 12th Nov 2025
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Microsoft's deal to restart Three Mile Island's nuclear reactor marks a revival driven by soaring AI data centre energy demands and sustainability goals.
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F5 BIG-IP hack exposes critical infrastructure to major risk

Wed, 5th Nov 2025
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A state-sponsored hack of F5's BIG-IP products risks critical infrastructure globally by exposing industrial control systems to unauthorised access and disruption.
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Canada announces CAD $11 million in carbon tech funding

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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Canada commits CAD $11M to boost carbon storage and AI-driven energy innovations in Quebec and Newfoundland, aiming to meet climate goals.
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Canada's M&A activity grows as US market slows, Sapling reports

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Canada's merger and acquisition activity rises 6.6%, reaching 'Sprout' status, as US M&A slows amid cautious investor sentiment and trade tensions impact cross-border deals.
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OpenADR Alliance sees record global growth as energy evolves

Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
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The OpenADR Alliance reports record growth with nearly 60 new members as global energy sector adopts open standards for managing distributed resources.
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Kalina sells allocated megawatts for CAD $18 million in Alberta

Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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Kalina Distributed Power has sold allocated megawatts in Alberta for CAD $18 million to a customer developing a major gas-fired power and data centre complex.
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HCLTech teams with GSMA to drive global Open Gateway initiative

Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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HCLTech has joined forces with GSMA to advance the Open Gateway initiative, enabling telecom operators to monetise networks using standardised APIs globally.
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PrePad receives award for revolutionising digital oilfield innovation

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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PrePad's cloud-based Completions Module wins 2025 Meritorious Award for Engineering Innovation, revolutionising digital oilfield well planning and execution.
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Nebius launches global awards for robotics & physical AI startups

Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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Nebius launches global awards with USD $100,000 in AI Cloud credits for startups advancing robotics and physical AI across Asia, Europe and the US.
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Testlio partners with Bugcrowd & InnoWave on global QA hub

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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Testlio, Bugcrowd and InnoWave launch Testlio Apex Partner Programme, uniting global experts to enhance software quality assurance in fintech and tech sectors.
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Canada invests CAD $40M to expand transformer facility

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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Canada invests CAD $40 million to expand Hitachi Energy's Varennes transformer plant, creating 500 jobs and boosting clean energy infrastructure.
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XYZ Reality renews ISO 27001, reinforcing security in key sectors

Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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XYZ Reality has renewed its ISO 27001 certification, underscoring its commitment to data security in sectors like defence, energy and pharmaceuticals.
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Seneca Polytechnic launches AI program, first master's degree

Sat, 20th Sep 2025
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Seneca Polytechnic launches a two-year Master of Artificial Intelligence programme blending advanced theory with real-world industry experience and internships.
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Bow River & Data Squared team up for auditable AI analytics

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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Bow River Solutions and Data Squared have partnered to deliver auditable AI analytics for regulated industries, enhancing transparency and trust in North America.
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BDO Canada named Major Player in IDC Canadian AI services report

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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BDO Canada has been named a Major Player in IDC's Canadian AI services 2025 report, highlighting its growing role in practical, scalable AI solutions nationwide.
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Canada invests CAD $28.7M in AI training for energy jobs

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Canada commits to train 5,000 energy workers in AI skills and boost computing resources for AI research, advancing clean energy jobs.
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Dr. Deepak Divan to lead Endeavour drive in high power DC

Tue, 9th Sep 2025
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Dr Deepak Divan joins Endeavour to lead high-power DC infrastructure development, tackling rising energy demands in AI, industry and transport sectors.